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Trip Overview

The average train between Elgin and Boston takes 24h 34m and the fastest train takes 23h 22m. There is at least one train per day from Elgin to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

24h 34m
Duration
1,051 mi
Distance
$656
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Elgin to Boston train times

Trains run once daily between Elgin and Boston. The earliest departure is at 6:28 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Elgin is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Boston at 7:32 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 24h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak25h 4m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak23h 22m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak23h 22m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak25h 4m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak25h 4m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak25h 4m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    MetraAmtrak25h 4m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin to Boston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,051.3 mi
  • Duration: 24h 34m

What companies run services between Elgin, IL, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

You can take a train from Elgin to Boston via Chicago Union Station in around 24h 19m.

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